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Hopkins Stream — Streams 38.7 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Fayette Quadrangle · GNIS 568259
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Fayette quadrangle, the stream known as Hopkins Stream sits 38.7 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Hopkins Stream as a stream on the Fayette topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 568259. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hopkins Stream sits at 44.46007° N, 70.00867° W (DMS 44°27′36″ N, 70°00′31″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.48590° N, 69.99061° W (DMS 44°29′09″ N, 69°59′26″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Hopkins Stream itself. The ones closest to Hopkins Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Intervale Brook | Readfield | 2 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Readfield | 3.1 mi |
| Mill Stream | Belgrade Lakes | 4.9 mi |
| Ingham Stream | Readfield | 4.9 mi |
| Stony Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 5.2 mi |
| Bog Stream | Readfield | 5.6 mi |
| Tingley Brook | Readfield | 5.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Readfield | 6.4 mi |
| Hales Brook | Wayne | 6.5 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 7.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Fayette Quadrangle
The Fayette 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Hopkins Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echo Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Cranberry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Birch Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| David Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Basin Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Turtle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Echo Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Parker Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Spruce Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 38.7 miles (east) and you reach Hopkins Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 66 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.460°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hopkins Stream track the nearby Echo Lake reservoir (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hopkins Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echo Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Desert Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bowen Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Cranberry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hopkins Stream located?
Hopkins Stream is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 38.7 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Fayette topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hopkins Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 66 minutes, 38.7 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hopkins Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hopkins Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568259 on the Fayette quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hopkins Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.